2008 Volvo V50 2.4L Diesel · GU08 USM
2008 Volvo V50 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 20/06/2008. Recorded mileage 188,226 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/12/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 188,226 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 2400cc
GU08 USM Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 21/02/2024
- 188,226 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Known faults for Volvo V50
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
GU08 USM Mileage History
- 25/11/2021170,315 mi
- 21/12/2022185,852 mi+15,537 mi
- 21/02/2024188,226 mi+2,374 mi
Average of roughly 8,001 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
GU08 USM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volvo V50 (GU08 USM) between November 2021 and February 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 February 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Common Problems: VOLVO V50
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Tailgate wiring and latch faults(Moderate)
The V50’s tailgate loom and latch wiring can fail through repeated opening, causing rear wiper, demister and boot-release problems.
- EGR and DPF clogging on diesels(Moderate)
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
- Powershift gearbox faults(Serious)
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if the correct servicing has been skipped.
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